Construction Purchaser: Sourcing, Negotiation & Delivery

Randstad Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 53,568 - 80,352; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Malaysia is seeking a diligent Purchaser to manage sourcing of construction materials, equipment, and services. You will handle RFQs, negotiations, purchase orders, and delivery coordination to ensure on-site availability and cost control.

The role requires a diploma or bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2–5 years of purchasing experience within construction or hardware trading. Strong negotiation and deadline-driven focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in purchasing or material sourcing, preferably in construction/engineering/hardware trading.
• Sharp negotiation skills, strong attention to detail, high integrity, and ability to work under tight project deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Source reliable suppliers, issue RFQs, and prepare price comparison sheets for management review.
• Negotiate prices, credit terms, and delivery schedules to achieve cost savings without compromising quality.
• Generate and issue Purchase Orders (POs) accurately using internal systems with clear terms and conditions.
• Coordinate delivery timelines with site supervisors and project managers to ensure materials arrive on schedule.
• Verify DOs and invoices against POs to resolve discrepancies before forwarding to accounts.
• Maintain and evaluate updated database of approved suppliers and subcontractors based on performance, reliability, and price.

Skills

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Integrity

Deadline-driven

Education

Associate Degree/Diploma

Job description

Randstad Malaysia is seeking a diligent Purchaser to manage sourcing of construction materials, equipment, and services. You will handle RFQs, negotiations, purchase orders, and delivery coordination to ensure on-site availability and cost control.

The role requires a diploma or bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2–5 years of purchasing experience within construction or hardware trading. Strong negotiation and deadline-driven focus are essential.